Top Ten Toys for Pre-School Children .3-4 Years Old

The child changes so much between the ages of 3 and 4. They are more independent, and want toys like the big kids have. Fortunately, there are some great big kids toys sized just right for the 3-4 year old, some of them old favorites and some of them brand new. In choosing a toy for the pre school child form 3-4, look for riding toys that are low to the ground, have a wide wheel base, and are well constructed. Games should have easy to follow directions, preferably with little or no words, just color matching. Outdoor toys should not have any sharp edges. They should be make of heavy duty plastic. Puzzles should have pieces big enough for small hands to handle. Musical toys should come with color coded keys. Theses are a few of my favorites. I hope they will be yours also.

Arts and Crafts Toys for Pre-School children

Alex Super Art Table With Paper Roll
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/3866

This is a great place for your pre-school child and friends to express their talent. It is big enough for 6 pre-school children to work on at the same time. There is plenty of storage space for all the crayons and other art supplies. One of the nicest features is the rolling paper that goes across the table top for all of them to work on at the same time. You might want to join in the fun, it they leave room for you.

Disney/Pixar Cars Doodle Pro
http://www.fisher-price.com/us/products/product.asp?id=35909
This is a no mess toy. It works on the Magna Doodle method, with magnetic shavings encased in the box and the child uses different magnetic wand to make the designs. It might be hard to get the adults to stop playing with this one.

Bath Toys for Pre-school Children

Children never out grow bath toys., but as they grow older, they want more action and adventure.

Bath Time Adventures Dinosaur Island
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5843
Dinosaur Island is a set of 20 foam pieces that will stick to the wall when wet allowing the child to make up his/hers own dinosaur adventure.

Riding Toys for Pre-School Children

Kettler Scooter Fox TR
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5494
The Kettler Scooter Fox TR is an award winner and a great first scooter. The foot plate is extra
wide and slip proof and it is sturdy and durable. And you will get many years use out of it and probably pass it on down to other children. For children aged 3-8 years

Puzzles for Pre School Children

This is the prefect age to introduce puzzles. It helps the pre school child to learn how to concentrate and is great for hand -eye coordination.

Pattern Blocks & Boards
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/4154
The child can either follow the patterns in this wood set or create their own.

Board Games for Pre School Children

Pre School is the time for children to learn about board games. There are a great many available including some old favorites.
Little Golden Book Circle Of Friends Game
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/3895
See who can be the first one to get to the circle of friends. For ages 3 and up Uses color matching

Uncle Wiggily Board Game
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/4234
Uncle Wiggily has been around for longer than even I can remember. Basic reading skills are needed so it is recommended for 4 year olds, but 3 year olds enjoy it also and they can get help with the words until they know them.

Musical Toys for Pre School Children

Saxoflute Toy
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/6445
You will probably never see a Saxofulte in an orchestra, but the pre school child will love it. There are 15 pieces that can be put together in any way the child wants to make a unique instrument.

Star Station On-the-Go Microphone
http://www.fisher-price.com/
This lets the child hear himself sing just as if he was on stage with a real microphone And it is cordless so no electric to worry about.

Riding Toys for Pre School Children

John Deere Buck Utility ATV With Lights And Sounds
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/4615
This one has good safety features such has 7 lights, so the child can be seen easily. It also is sturdy and works equally well on grass and sidewalk.

Radio Flyer All-Terrain Steel & Wood Wagon
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5664
This is one of the best of the Radio Flyer line, It has high sides for extra protection .

Outdoor Toys for Pre School Children

My First RC Buggies – Lady Bug
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5556
A pre school child will have hours of fun with this. The Lady Bug runs around flapping her wings, just like the big kids RC cars.

18 Inch Yellow Hop Ball
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5169
A ride on ball just the right size for a 3 year old. They get exercise without even knowing it.

Pretend Toys for Pre School Children

KidKraft Lil Doll Porcelain Tea Set
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5545
Another old favorite. What little girl does not want to host a tea party? The set come packed in a pretty basket and the pieces are in all different pastel colors.

Harley-Davidson Tool Set
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/5381
And what little boy does not want a tool set like daddy’s? This one comes in its own tool box and the tools are made of wood so it is light enough for little ones to carry around.

Travel Games for Pre School Children

When you are going on a trip, or going to visit a house where there are no children, and therefor mo toys to play with, travel toys can be a lifesaver.

Car Valet Activity Set
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/6455
This is a great invention. It attaches to the back of the front car seat and has pouches for all kinds of art supplies and even snacks It opens up to an easy to work on desk.

Mr. & Mrs. Potato Head Magnetic Playset
http://www.growingtreetoys.com/product/4857
Good old Mr and Mrs Potato Head. This is a great travel toy. The bodies are on a playboard and the child can dress them up any way they want.